The Olympic Broadcasting Services has announced plans to offer select 8K and Virtual Reality coverage for the upcoming 2016 Rio Olympic Games. The 8K broadcasts will only be available in Japan, but VR coverage will be available around the world.

AudioControl has announced the launch of their latest home audio components. The Concert AVR-7 and Concert AVR-9 receivers are geared toward the custom install market and both feature support for immersive audio technology.

VUDU and Dolby have announced the arrival of two new Warner Bros. titles to their 4K Ultra HD Dolby Vision lineup. 'In the Heart of the Sea' and 'The Intern' are now available to watch in Dolby Vision through VUDU. In addition, 'In the Heart of the Sea' also features a Dolby Atmos soundtrack.

Amazon is offering big discounts on select home audio gear! As part of the online retailer's ongoing deals, Amazon is running a special sale on speakers and soundbars from Monoprice, Definitive Technology, Fluance, Samsung, KEF, Polk, Sharper Image, and BOHM.